Old Moon’s *Cities of the Plain* marks a stunning evolution in Tom Weir’s sound, shedding the shadowy, swirling atmosphere of his debut *Altars* for a brighter, more expansive sonic landscape. The album blends the introspective vocals and chime-like guitars of post-punk and shoegaze with a clarity that feels both intimate and open. Written and recorded by Weir in New Hampshire with drum engineering by Todd Whitehead at Up North Studios, *Cities of the Plain* captures a sense of forward motion and self-reflection. Mixed by Shaun Durkan (Soft Kill, Weekend) and mastered by Will Killingsworth, the album shines with a cleaner, more melodic energy. First single “Soma” signals this shift, offering a glimmer of optimism as Weir navigates themes of change and renewal. Fans of Old Moon’s earlier work will find familiar emotional depth here, but *Cities of the Plain* marks a fresh chapter in a sound that remains as compelling and resonant as ever.